Director, Global Tax Operations
Director, Global Tax Operations
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JOB PROFILE:
Position Title: Director Global Tax Operations
Department: Tax
Reports To: Senior Director Tax
ATS Corporation Overview
ATS Corporation is an industry-leading automation solutions and technology provider to many of the worlds most successful companies. Using extensive knowledge and global capabilities in custom and repeat automation automation products and value-added solutions including pre-automation and after-sales services ATS businesses address the sophisticated manufacturing automation and service needs of multinational customers in markets such as life sciences transportation food & beverage consumer products and energy. With a dynamic culture that is bolstered by driven employees and the ATS Business Model (ABM) ATS companies are united by a shared purpose of creating solutions that positively impact lives around the world. Founded in 1978 ATS employs over 7000 people at more than 65 manufacturing facilities and over 85 offices in North America Europe Southeast Asia and Oceania. The Companys common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the NYSE under the symbol ATS.
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Director of Global Tax Operations to lead and optimize global tax processes across a multinational footprint. Reporting to the Senior Director of Tax this role will be responsible for driving tax compliance managing global tax examinations enabling transaction structuring and legal entity optimization and leading M&A tax integration efforts. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge operational rigor and the ability to partner across departments to ensure effective tax execution aligned with business strategy.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Global Tax Compliance Oversight:
Monitor the filing of global direct and indirect tax returns coordinating with regional teams shared services and external advisors. - Tax Audit & Examination Management:
Oversee global tax audits and examinations serving as the central point of coordination to ensure timely responses documentation readiness risk mitigation and consistent handling across jurisdictions. - Transaction Structuring Support:
Partner with tax planning legal and finance teams to support the operational execution of complex business transactions restructurings and intercompany arrangements. - Legal Entity Optimization:
Drive global legal entity simplification and rationalization efforts in collaboration with treasury legal and accounting to improve tax efficiency and reduce administrative burden. - M&A Tax Integration:
Lead tax operational aspects of acquisitions divestitures and post-merger integration activities including onboarding acquired entities into global tax processes systems and controls. - Tax Process Optimization:
Design implement and improve scalable tax operations reporting frameworks and internal controls to enhance consistency accuracy and audit readiness. - Technology and Automation:
Champion the use of tax technology tools (e.g. OneSource Vertex Alteryx SAP S/4HANA) to automate compliance and enhance tax data visibility and control. - Tax Accounting Support:
Support quarterly and annual tax provision processes by providing accurate timely operational data and compliance insights under IFRS. - Governance and Risk Management:
Ensure strong internal controls including SOX compliance and tax risk governance documentation across global operations. - Vendor and Outsourcing Management:
Oversee third-party tax compliance service providers and outsourcing partners ensuring deliverables meet quality and efficiency expectations. - Team Leadership:
Build lead and develop a high-performing global tax operations team. Foster collaboration accountability and a continuous improvement mindset.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- CPA CA or other recognized accounting/tax designation required/Masters in Tax or equivalent preferred.
Experience:
- 10 years of progressive tax experience in a multinational corporate or Big Four environment including direct exposure to tax operations compliance and transaction execution.
- Experience leading global tax audits and working with international tax authorities.
- Strong understanding of legal entity structuring and post-merger integration processes.
- Hands-on knowledge of global tax compliance obligations process design and technology implementation.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP Oracle) and tax technology platforms.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Preferred Attributes:
- Involvement in global transformation initiatives entity rationalization or M&A lifecycle activities.
- Familiarity with BEPS 2.0 Pillar 2 and evolving international tax frameworks.
- Excellent communication organizational and analytical skills.
- A strategic mindset with operational execution discipline.
At ATS it starts with our People!
We believe the foundation of a great company is having the best team and winning as a team.
Why Join ATS
- Be a part of a thriving organization that is a global leader in advanced automation solutions
- Collaborate with other bright talented professionals focused on innovation and continuous improvement
- Discover opportunities for growth within ATS as we strive to develop engage empower and energize our people
- Make an impact and give back to our communities in a meaningful way
- Work in a safe positive and inclusive environment where everyone is respected and given the opportunity to do their best
- Enjoy an attractive compensation package including flexible work schedules (where applicable)
- And much more!
ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA) 2005 and will upon request assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full Time
